Jun 15, 2012

The Swedish Vampire

Fruity, fresh, and pinkish-orange in hue, this aquavit, tomato, Tabasco, and citrus concoction is refreshingly savory, topped off with a splash of sparkling water.

Credit: Anna Stockwell

MAKES ONE COCKTAIL

INGREDIENTS

2 oz. aquavit, preferrably Krogstad
2 oz. tomato juice
2 oz. fresh orange juice
½ tsp. fresh lime juice
3 to 4 dashes Tabasco
Lemon-flavored sparkling water, preferably Perrier Lemon
Lime wheel, to garnish

INSTRUCTIONS

Mix the aquavit, juices, and Tabasco in a chilled highball glass. Fill ¾ with ice cubes. Top with sparkling water, and stir to mix. Garnish with a lime wheel.